The neon glow of Alex’s monitor was the only light in the cramped apartment as he stared at the forum post titled . To the outside world, he was just another Global Elite player. In the shadows, he was a script kiddie looking for an edge. The Program

He felt like a god. He didn't have to guess; he simply knew.

A massive red banner replaced his crosshair:

Alex sat in the silence of his room. He realized that while the software could move his mouse and fire his gun, it couldn't give him the one thing he actually wanted: the respect of a fair win.

He clicked the download link. A small window appeared on his screen, listing the features in stark, white text: : Pixel-perfect precision for every headshot. Wallhack (ESP) : See every enemy through concrete and steel.